Samsung Galaxy A05
Amazon: the cheapest today among the stores checked
4.5 out of 10 on the spec sheet
Buy on AmazonUpdated Nov 12, 2026
Galaxy A05 costs $160 less today; Galaxy S22 has score 2.1 higher (6.6 vs. 4.5).
4.5score
6.6score · higher
Samsung Galaxy A05 wins 1by componentSamsung Galaxy S22 wins 4
Samsung Galaxy A05 is $160 the cheaperSamsung Galaxy S22 is the cheaper
By the spec rule for each use, the same one the lists on this site use.
Only Samsung Galaxy S22 works: 8 GB of RAM and a 120 Hz screen or better.
Only Samsung Galaxy A05 works: Big screen, big battery, up to $400.
Both work. Samsung Galaxy A05 is $160 cheaper.
Only Samsung Galaxy S22 works: 5G, 128 GB and 6 GB of RAM, up to $400.
Only Samsung Galaxy S22 works: NFC confirmed, up to $400.
Only Samsung Galaxy S22 works: 5G confirmed, up to $400.
Only Samsung Galaxy S22 works: 6.3-inch screen or smaller.
Galaxy A05 wins on battery; Galaxy S22 wins on performance, screen, camera and connectivity.
Amazon: the cheapest today among the stores checked
4.5 out of 10 on the spec sheet
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6.6 out of 10 on the spec sheet +2.1
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Updated 12/11/2026
| Item | Galaxy A05 | Galaxy S22 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Chip changes | MediaTek Helio G85 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 |
| Cores | 8 | 8 |
| RAM changes | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| Memory card changes | not listed | No |
| System | Android | Android |
| Factory software version changes | 13 | 12 |
| Screen | ||
| Size changes | 6.7″ | 6.1″ |
| Technology changes | PLS | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Refresh rate changes | not listed | 120 Hz |
| Resolution changes | 720 px x 1600 px | 1080 px x 2340 px |
| Peak brightness changes | not listed | 1,300 nits |
| Cameras | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Front camera changes | 8 MP | 10 MP |
| Rear cameras changes | 2 | 3 |
| Optical zoom changes | not listed | 3× |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity changes | 5,000 mAh | 3,700 mAh |
| Fast charging | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless charging changes | not listed | Yes |
| Connectivity and extras | ||
| Network changes | 4G | 5G |
| NFC (tap to pay) changes | No | Yes |
| eSIM changes | not listed | Yes |
| Dual SIM | Yes | Yes |
| 3.5 mm headphone jack changes | not listed | No |
| Water and dust resistance changes | not listed | IP68 |
| General | ||
| Release changes | not listed | 2022 |
| Weight changes | 195 g | 167 g |
| Foldable changes | not listed | No |
| Charging connector changes | not listed | USB-C |
Source: Amazon.com catalog, checked on 12/11/2026.
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The spec score doesn’t measure real-world photos or durability, and the strong or weak point reading is just a comparison of numbers, not a buying recommendation.